Functional earth (FE)

EtherCAT Box modules of types EPxxxx-002x and EPxxxx-0042 must be grounded:

The Fixing also serve as connections for the functional earth (FE).

Make sure that the box is earthed with low impedance via both fastening screws. You can achieve this, for example, by mounting the box on a grounded machine bed.

Functional earth (FE) 1:
Functional earth via the fastening holes